Mini Glazed Meat Loaves

Perfectly portioned and packed with flavor, these Mini Glazed Meat Loaves are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, enhanced by the richness of breadcrumbs soaked in milk, these individual meat loaves are tender and juicy. A tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating an irresistible lacquered finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve them with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal. These mini meat loaves are not only easy to make but also kid-friendly and perfect for portion control.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Olive oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent the meat loaves from becoming tough.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a mini loaf about 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place the mini loaves onto the prepared baking sheet with some space between them.

Step 5

In a small bowl, make the glaze by combining ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth.

Step 6

Spoon or brush the glaze evenly over each mini meat loaf.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meat loaves reaches 160°F (71°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the meat loaves from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps retain the juices.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1270.5 grams (1270.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680

Total Fat 169.20g	217%
Saturated Fat 60.80g	304%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 753mg	251%
Sodium 4965mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 131.10g	48%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 58.30g
Protein 160.20g	320%

Vitamin D 162IU	812%
Calcium 505mg	39%
Iron 18mg	97%
Potassium 1522mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 19.5%